GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Tacoma, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Travel NICU Registered Nurse – Pediatric & Neonatal Transport in Tacoma, WA
Travel NICU Registered Nurse opportunity in Tacoma, Washington for an experienced pediatric and neonatal transport nurse. Join a fast-paced critical care transport team supporting high-acuity patients during ground and air transfers. Tacoma’s 98405 area offers a welcoming Pacific Northwest setting with a strong community feel and convenient access to the region.
Job Details
- Type: Travel Registered Nurse / Travel Nursing Job
- Specialty: NICU, Pediatric Transport, Neonatal Transport
- Location: Tacoma, WA 98405
- Start Date: 09/08/2026
- End Date: 01/16/2027
- Duration: 19 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,630 - $2,770
- Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend
- First-Time Travelers: Considered
Job Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of relevant RN experience required; candidates with 5 years in PEDS ED, PICU, and Level IV NICU care are strongly preferred
- At least 3 years of neonatal and/or pediatric transport experience within the last 5 years
- Active Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current BLS, PALS, and NRP certifications required
- TNCC and STABLE certifications preferred
- Experience with interfacility transport by ground or air
- Comfort working with critical care transport equipment and workflows
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality nursing care for neonatal and pediatric patients during transport
- Support airway management, vasoactive drips, IV/IO access, and non-invasive ventilation
- Administer inhaled respiratory medications and assist with advanced transport interventions
- Collaborate closely with respiratory therapy and transport team partners during ground and air transfers
- Care for patients with a wide range of diagnoses, including respiratory illness, sepsis, trauma, congenital conditions, and metabolic disorders
- Float to support units as needed when not actively transporting patients
- Use monitors, ventilators, infusion pumps, and electronic charting systems safely and accurately
Why Apply for This Tacoma, Washington Nursing Opportunity?
- Join a specialized pediatric and neonatal transport team in a collaborative clinical environment
- Competitive weekly pay for travel RN jobs in Washington state
- Opportunity to work in a rewarding critical care transport nursing role
- First-time travelers may be considered
Apply now to join this Travel NICU Registered Nurse opportunity in Tacoma, WA and advance your career in pediatric and neonatal transport nursing.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #507147. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: NICU
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
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